Web Accessibility Specialist

Bart & Associates•Washington, DC

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About The Position

B&A is seeking a Web Accessibility Specialist to lead and manage accessibility compliance efforts across web applications and digital products. This role is responsible for ensuring alignment with Section 508 and WCAG standards, supporting federal accessibility requirements, and driving remediation strategies to deliver inclusive and compliant user experiences. The ideal candidate will serve as a subject matter expert in accessibility, providing testing, analysis, and guidance to development teams and stakeholders.

Requirements

Minimum of five (5) years of experience in web accessibility
Minimum of three (3) years of experience supporting Federal Section 508 and WCAG compliance
Demonstrated proficiency with accessibility testing tools (e.g., screen readers, automated scanning tools, browser extensions)
Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field
Strong knowledge of Section 508 standards and WCAG guidelines (2.x)
Hands-on experience conducting manual and automated accessibility testing
Familiarity with assistive technologies, including screen readers (e.g., JAWS, NVDA, VoiceOver)
Understanding of HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and how accessibility is implemented in code
Ability to analyze accessibility issues and provide clear, actionable remediation guidance
Experience creating accessibility compliance reports and documentation
Strong attention to detail and commitment to inclusive design principles
Ability to communicate technical accessibility concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders
Experience working within federal or regulated environments
Able to provide proof of US citizenship
The ability to obtain a security clearance

Nice To Haves

Experience integrating accessibility into Agile/DevSecOps environments
Familiarity with ARIA (Accessible Rich Internet Applications) standards
Knowledge of usability and user experience (UX) best practices related to accessibility
Experience training teams on accessibility standards and compliance practices
Familiarity with content management systems (CMS) such as WordPress or Drupal
Experience using tools such as axe, WAVE, Lighthouse, or similar accessibility testing tools

Responsibilities

Lead and manage Section 508 compliance efforts across all task orders and web initiatives
Ensure alignment of websites, applications, and digital products with federal accessibility policies, standards, and procedures
Conduct comprehensive accessibility testing and evaluations using automated and manual testing methods
Develop and deliver accessibility compliance reports, including findings, risk assessments, and remediation recommendations
Provide remediation guidance to developers, designers, and content creators to resolve accessibility issues
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate accessibility into the design and development lifecycle
Interpret and apply WCAG standards (2.0/2.1/2.2) and Section 508 requirements to real-world implementations
Support continuous improvement by identifying accessibility gaps and recommending best practices
Maintain documentation related to accessibility compliance, testing procedures, and standards
Serve as a subject matter expert and advisor on accessibility across projects and stakeholders

Benefits

three robust individual and family medical plans to full time employees
Health Savings Account (HSA) option
two tiers of dental coverage
vision
life & AD&D
disability
accident
hospital indemnity
critical illness insurance
paid time off
B&A sponsored trainings and certifications
pet insurance benefits
commuter transit benefits
free subscription to a virtual exercise platform (NEOU)
401(k) plan
company matching contribution
The B&A Cares program: 30/60/90-day wellness check ins, personal development, financial management, and stress management seminars, and more
A formal mentorship program
Job shadowing and cross training opportunities
Brand Ambassador program
Employee Assistance Program (EAP) - Access to various support resources to include counseling, legal guidance, financial planning, and more
Monthly teambuilding events
B&A Annual Wellness Challenges: #StepWithB&A, #WalkDuringLunchWithB&A, #VolunteeringWithB&A, #ExerciseDuringLunchWithB&A, and more